I walk through a step-by-step process for building a SaaS product in a weekend using AI tools. The demonstration follows a Reddit post methodology, using Gemini for competitive research, Claude for idea validation and planning, and V0.dev for UI generation.

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro
01:08 - Step 1: Choose your audience
02:38 - Step 2: Research Competition
09:19 - Step 3: Get Honest Feedback
11:47 - Step 4: Write a 1-page product requirements document (PRD)
14:14 - Step 5: Break the UI into "shippable chunks”
16:05 - Step 6: Generate UI with v0
21:55 - Step 7: Connect the backend
22:50 - What will make your product standout

Key Points:

• Start by identifying your target audience/niche before deciding what to build
• Use AI tools like Gemini, Claude, and V0.dev to research competitors, validate ideas, and create UI
• Break down your product into small, shippable UI chunks for efficient development
• Focus on solving real pain points rather than just aesthetics to differentiate from competitors

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